Vol. 16, No. 897 March 4, 2014 Circ. 24,500
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* TODAY’S Real Estate Deals – FL, GA, SC & ID Communities
* DISCOVERY Packages – FL & GA Communities
* What’s Happening At… – FL, NC & SC Communities
* JUST ADDED – Champion Hills, Hendersonville, NC
* The 2013 GCH Annual Index – All the years’ new communities, deals & much more
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals... FL, NC, SC & ID Communities
* Videos Just Added to...Kiawah Island, St. James Plantation, SC, Golden Ocala, FL & Others
* New Communities Recently Added – Minto Sun City, FL
* Watch for our next issue on Friday, March 7!
TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS
Ibis Golf & Country Club, FL: 3-BR waterview home $299,900.
> Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach, FL is featuring a rare Astor design home, a 3-BR/3-BA waterview and golf-view home with a 2.5-car garage. This 2,318-sf residence at 8642 Falcon Green Drive is conveniently located a half-mile from the front gate. Its bathrooms were all redone in 2013.
There is an impressive new kitchen with custom hardwood cabinets, new stainless steel appliances and a large island with a granite top. Furniture is negotiable by the buyer. Listed at $299,900. Send me more information about Ibis Golf & Country Club!
Teton Springs, ID: 1-BR condo with hotel amenities.
> Teton Springs Resort, Victor ID has a 1-BR condo-hotel unit for sale at the Lodge. This corner unit and offers a unique blend of condominium ownership with first-class hotel amenities.
Its design features include a full kitchen, high ceilings, fireplace, large balcony, accented tile bath with custom vanities and built-in Jacuzzi tub. Unit is to be sold completely furnished and with access to all hotel services and amenities. Listed at $290,000. Send me more information about Teton Springs!
The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA: 3-BR golf-view home.
> The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA is spotlighting a nicely updated 3-BR/2.5-BA ranch at 14 Middle Marsh Retreat. Generously sized at 2,718 sf, it enjoys a prime golf-course view. It features a split-bedroom plan, plus a separate family room, dining room and living room or study.
The large kitchen includes a sunny breakfast area. Fine golf views are enjoyed from the spacious covered deck. Listed at $425,000. Send me more information about The Landings!
DeBordieu, SC: 4-BR golf home w/ views.
> DeBordieu, Georgetown, SC presents a 4-BR/4-BA fairway-view home at 1345 Wallace Pate Drive. This home’s one-level floor plan features a soaring beam ceiling with a wall of windows overlooking the large back deck and the view beyond. The kitchen, living room, and dining area are all open to each other.
There are two bedrooms with private baths on one side, and two bedrooms with baths on the other. The cozy, private den/media room could also be a fifth bedroom. Listed at $649,000. Send me more information about DeBordieu!
DISCOVERY PACKAGES
Fountains Country Club, FL: 3-day visit just $300.
> Fountains Country Club, Lake Worth FL has a Stay and Play Program with luxurious condo accommodations for a 3-day/2-night visit at $300 (single or double occupancy). Package includes 36 holes of golf, use of the putting green and practice facility, unlimited use of Har Tru Tennis Courts, use of the fitness amenities and three meals in the clubhouse.
This is an exclusive opportunity (not available to Florida residents) to qualified prospective members to experience the Fountains Country Club lifestyle. Send me more information about Fountains Country Club!
Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club, FL: 2-night visit from $299.
> Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club, Boynton Beach, FL extends an Invitation to Stay & Play, and enjoy club activities and amenities just as members do. The complete package is $399/couple, $299/single. A community tour and preview of available homes will be scheduled.
This package includes, for each person, two nights lodging in a spacious condominium, two rounds of golf, $50 in food-beverage credits, use of the Fitness and Tennis centers and swimming pool, with no extra charges for gratuities and taxes. Send me more information about Quail Ridge!
Savannah Quarters, GA: 3-day getaway just $199.
> Savannah Quarters, Savannah, GA invites you to experience its Discovery Getaway Package and learn more about one of its newest golf neighborhoods, Westbrook at Savannah Quarters. You’ll also get to share in the excitement of Savannah and explore all that Savannah Quarters has to offer.
Package includes 3 days/2 nights with lodging in Savannah’s Historic District, private golf course and real estate tour, nostalgic carriage tour of downtown Savannah and lunch for two at Savannah Quarters country club. Cost: $199 plus tax. Send me more information about Savannah Quarters!
JUST ADDED: CHAMPION HILLS NC
Champion Hills, NC: Mountain views, many home options.
Champion Hills is a private, debt-free community located in a spectacular mountain setting near Hendersonville, NC. Its Tom Fazio golf course is ranked among the Top 15 in North Carolina, but is playable for all skill levels.
Residents come to Champion Hills from throughout the country for its laid-back Southern lifestyle while just minutes from their front door they can enjoy all the dining, shopping, arts and outdoor activities that Asheville and Western North Carolina have to offer.
Tom Fazio’s Summer Course: The heart of the community is the Champion Hills Club and its lodge-style clubhouse and is where Tom Fazio makes his summer home. Residents enjoy casual yet elegant events, parties, organized community activities, luncheons, full social calendar and more.
Champion Hills, NC: Choose from golf or mountain view homes.
Real Estate: Champion Hills, NC
The building lots in the Champion Hills community were carefully planned to maximize the mountain and golf course views without encroaching on the golf course. Even though the community is mature and has over 300 homes, the average density is less than one home per acre.
- Lovely wooded building lots with golf course or mountain views ranging in price from $45,000 to $250,000
- Single-family homes, from $400,000 to $2,000,000
- Villas, townhomes and cottages from $300,000 to $600,000
- Send me more information about Champion Hills!
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
Cypress Landing, NC: Honors military April 26.
> Cypress Landing, Chocowinity NC will host its sixth annual Military Appreciation Day on Sat., April 26. Active duty members of the armed services from surrounding bases, along with the U.S. Coast Guard and local Air and Army National Guard members, are invited to attend.
Those who participate will receive a free day of golf, beverages, prizes and a tribute to their service. All net proceeds will be donated to the Wounded Warriors and their families. Last year’s event raised $5,075 donated for the Camp Lejeune Fisher House Foundation. Send me more information about Cypress Landing!
Daniel Island, SC: Red Balloons are coming.
>Daniel Island, Charleston SC and residents are preparing for the annual “Spring Red Balloon Yard Sale” happening this Sat., March 8 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Participating homeowners attach a bright red balloon to their mailboxes or porches as bargain hunters descend. Unsold items are picked up by Goodwill trucks in the afternoon. Send me more information about Daniel Island!
> Wycliffe Golf & Country Club, Wellington FL and its Hadassah chapter present a lecture and continental breakfast titled, “Sounds of Survival: Music of the Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz” on Mon., March 24 at 9:30 a.m. at the private home of a member.
The program is being presented in memory of a Hadassah sister and is produced by Cantor Jeri Robins. Admission is limited to 50 people. Send me more information about Wycliffe!
BEST DEALS SHORTS…
Real Estate
Carolina Trace, NC: Waterfront home $459,000.
> Carolina Trace, Sanford NC’s waterfront property at 5148 Cardinal Circle in the Mallard Cove section is a 2-level lakefront home with 3-BR / 2.5-BA and a dock. It’s got room to relax in the sunroom, screened porch or lower-level patio. Listed at $459,000. Send me more info….
Debordieu, SC: 6-BR oceanfront home $2.3M.
> Debordieu, Georgetown SC’s 6-BR/6.5-BA beachfront estate home at 1207 DeBordieu Boulevard has an open kitchen that flows into its ocean-view living room. Main level has one of two master suites and a paneled office. Listed at $2,300,000. Send me more info….
> Cypress Landing, Chocowinity NC’s 5-BR/2.5-BA fairway-view home at 119 Trent Lane occupies a wooded homesite and has a downstairs master bedroom suite with oversize bath, Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. Listed at $235,000. Send me more info….
Sailfish Point, FL: 3-BR golf villa.
> Sailfish Point, Stuart FL’s 3-BR/4.5-BA villa with fairway views has two-story ceilings, Spanish tile and plantation shutters. The island kitchen features a breakfast bar, Corian countertops, a pantry, built-in planning desk and wine rack. Listed at $775,000. Send me more info….
Discovery Packages
Teton Springs, ID: Lodge & Lift through March 30.
> Teton Springs Resort, Victor ID’s Lodge & Lift Package, offered through March 30, is one of many vacation packages that offer affordable lodging, lift tickets and breakfast – ideal for a romantic getaway or family vacation. Send me more info….
VIDEOS JUST ADDED TO…
Golden Ocala, FL: New video highlights amenities.
> Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, Ocala FL has newly posted video on its Featured Community page, showing images of its luxury amenities and news of excellent pricing on its new Eagles Landing residences.
> Dataw Island, SC – Watch this just-added video which features photography of the community and amenities, plus interviews with residents.
> St. James Plantation, Southport, NC – new video tells about “the best selling community in the Carolinas”
> Kiawah Island, SC – New video showcases challenging moments & memories at Pete Dye’s famed Ocean Course at Kiawah Island
> Willowbend Golf Club, MA – Video tour of a luxury golf course home complete with private sauna, pond and golf course views.
INVESTIGATE NEW COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED
FLORIDA
> Minto Sun City, Tampa
Gated property with 24-hour security, 126 holes of golf, shopping and cultural attractions nearby, 14 tennis courts, four recreational centers, state-of-the art spa & fitness facilities, over 200 clubs and activities, Florida homes and villas from $160,000
FLORIDA
Private, gated community, 1,150 acres, Ron Garl golf course, equestrian center, spa, fitness, tennis, resort-style pool, lots from $70,000, townhomes from $250,000
VERMONT
> Quechee Lakes, Quechee
4-season resort community, 5,200 acres, 2 golf courses, skiing & other winter sports, lake activities, lots from $58,500, townhomes and single-family homes from $125,000
MARYLAND
> Deep Creek Mountain at Deep Creek Lake
Mountain retreat with golf, lake, wooded and mountain views, adjacent to Wisp Golf and Ski Resort and Deep Creek Lake, lots from $84,900 to $249,000+
